The most effective results of continuous passive motion (CPM) can be expected:
A)If the device is applied for at least 5 hours per day but its use is delayed for at least 5 days postoperatively.
B)If the device is applied as early as possible after surgery for at least 4 to 8 hours per day.
C)If the device is applied immediately after surgery for 1 hour, then on alternate days for 1 hour each time.
D)If the rate of motion is at least 5 cycles per minute, no matter how many hours per day the device is used.

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The most effective results of continuous passive motion (CPM) can be expected if the device is applied as early as possible after surgery for at least 4 to 8 hours per day. Delaying the use of the device for at least 5 days postoperatively (A) or applying the device immediately after surgery for only 1 hour, then on alternate days for 1 hour each time (C) are not optimal approaches. The rate of motion (D) is also not a determining factor in the effectiveness of CPM.

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